Coral bleaching in NT waters prompts grave concerns
NewsA recent outbreak of coral bleaching in NT waters has scientists concerned for the territories marine ecosystems.
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Coral spawning: a rare natural wonder
WildlifeTo catch the natural phenomenon of coral spawning, you need patience and just a little bit of luck.
Rising CO2 predicted to make fish ‘drunk’
NewsResearchers predict rising CO2 in the world’s oceans will make fish drunk and disoriented earlier than previously thought.
Protecting the grey nurse shark
WildlifeSaving Australia’s grey nurse shark is a major challenge, requiring community cooperation and ongoing research.
GALLERY: Protecting the grey nurse shark
WildlifePhotographer Justin Gilligan has spent many years capturing images of grey nurse sharks and lobbying for their conservation.
Attack of the parasitic face-huggers
Creatura BlogThere’s a little something eating your face: scientists would love to warn fish shackled with ‘face-huggers’.
Corolla ovate a rare sea butterfly
Creatura BlogThis tiny sea butterfly spends its days floating in the ocean, feeding on plankton
Top 10 whale-watching spots in Australia
DestinationsWhale-watching season is here and experts say it’s going to be a bumper one. Here are the best places to see whales.
Tripod fish: a deep-sea fish able to ‘stand’
Creatura BlogThis unusual fish’s bony fins can extend up to 1m to help them stand
Gallery: Knowing our oceans
Science & EnvironmentJust as the ocean is revealing its mysteries, we’re finding out how delicate its many ecosystems are.